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Logistics Tips: Shipping to Trade Shows & the Future of International Auto Events

Trans Global Auto Logistics

Every year, massive convention centers around the country host thirty or forty major events a year. Many more are business-to-business events at which manufacturers display their wares to wholesalers and retail buyers. However, In March of 2020, at the height of the spring exhibition season, everything changed.

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Covid impact on transport study published

Logistics Business Magazine

The outbreak of coronavirus in March 2020 has utterly changed the road freight transport landscape. The conclusions of this study show that the worst is over, and that the sector is moderately optimistic as it awaits future events before considering the crisis to be over. CLICK HERE to access the complete study. .

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Key Takeaways Shippers Need to Know on IMO 2020 Regulations

MTS Logistics

The impact of anticipated factors, such as the International Maritime Organization (IMO) 2020 initiative, and the full implementation of regulations to reduce sulfur oxide emissions, are not entirely measured yet. Figure 1: Sulfur Emission Reduction After IMO 2020 Implementation.

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Navigating a Lost Bill of Lading (BOL) with Courier Companies in International Trade

MTS Logistics

According to a 2020 analysis by the Insurance Information Institute, these disruptions cost firms an average of $1.45 million per event. According to a study by the Business Continuity Institute and Zurich Insurance Group, 85% of companies experienced a financial impact from supply chain disruptions in 2020, with an average cost of $1.9

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The New Definition of Supply Chain Agility and Resilience in an Unpredictable World

Logistics Viewpoints

Geopolitical events. Prior to 2020, every supply chain in the world was challenged by increasing levels of demand unpredictability and market volatility. In a study of logistics providers conducted by Fraunhofer IML, only 36% of organizations reported that they had a clear overall plan for digital transformation.

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STILL welcomes 64 new apprentices and students

Logistics Business Magazine

The new recruits are starting their training and study periods in six apprenticeships and three dual study programmes. As part of the ‘Hamburg’s best training companies’ certification, STILL was awarded the top score of 5 stars for the seventh time in 2020. Post-pandemic challenges. .

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Mastering Profitable Omni-Channel Logistics, Despite Disruptions

Logistics Viewpoints

If 2020 and if 2021 proved anything, it’s that the omni-channel selling environment is here to stay. But, as we know, supply chain conditions were far from perfect in 2020 and 2021. As just one example, Nike’s online sales grew by 75% in 2020 — but its profit margins fell from 45.5%